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If a body moves in a straight line without changing direction, the magnitude of its displacement is:
AGreater than distance
BLess than distance
CEqual to distance
DZero
✓ Correct Answer: C — Equal to distance
In a unidirectional straight path, the shortest distance (displacement) is the same as the actual path length (distance).
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